Animal Sciences, MANSC
for the Master of Animal Sciences in Animal Sciences (on campus & online)
Research, Teaching, and Extension Areas
The Department of Animal Sciences offers graduate work leading to the Master of Animal Sciences. Fields of specialization include:
- animal breeding, genetics, and bioinformatics
- animal behavior
- nutrition
- systems of animal management & production, precision management
- physiology of lactation and reproduction
- environmental physiology
- meat science & muscle biology
- immunobiology
- microbiology
Beef and dairy cattle, horses, poultry, sheep, swine, and companion and laboratory animals are available for study. Experience in teaching, extension, or outreach is encouraged as part of the academic work.
Admission
Candidates for admission to the MANSC program must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution equivalent to those from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. A grade point average of 3.0 or higher (A = 4.0) for the last two years of undergraduate work and for any graduate study is required for admission. Candidates for admission that have a GPA between 2.75 and 2.99 can request special consideration of the application materials submitted. Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores are not required for admission. English proficiency requirements for admission follow Graduate College requirements. Application materials include baccalaureate degree transcripts, a resume, a personal statement, and three letters of recommendation. Admission is possible for fall (mid-August), spring (mid-January), and summer (mid-June) semesters. Candidates for admission are encouraged to submit the complete application package no later than 2 months before the start of the desired admission semester.
for the Master of Animal Sciences in Animal Sciences (on campus & online)
In consultation with their Animal Sciences faculty advisor, students will select courses that support the individual research studies project and strengthen career opportunities.
The individual research studies project or internship experience and a written report will fulfill the ANSC 593 (Research Studies in Animal Sciences) capstone project requirement. The project or internship and the written product will be supervised by the Animal Sciences faculty mentor and provide evidence that the student can understand and apply the scientific method, interpret scientific information; and effectively communicate scientific information in a field of animal sciences.
For additional details and requirements refer to the department's Graduate Handbook and the Graduate College Handbook.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required courses: | ||
| ANSC 590 | Animal Sciences Seminar | 2 |
| or ANSC 591 | Grad Bioinformatics Seminar | |
| ANSC 593 | Res Studies in Animal Sciences | 8 |
The individual research studies project or internship experience and a written report will fulfill the ANSC 593 (Research Studies in Animal Sciences) capstone project requirement. The project or internship and the written product will be supervised by the Animal Sciences faculty mentor and provide evidence that the student can understand and apply the scientific method, interpret scientific information; and effectively communicate scientific information in a field of animal sciences. | ||
| Select One Statistics Course: | 2-4 | |
| Applied Statistical Methods I | ||
| Introduction to Data Analytics | ||
| Statistical Methods | ||
| Biological Modeling | ||
| Elective Courses: Please consult with advisor | 18-20 | |
Elective 400- or 500-level courses | ||
| Total Minimum Hours | 32 | |
Other Requirements
| Other Requirements and conditions may overlap | |
| Minimum Hours Overall Required Within the Unit | 12 |
| Minimum 500-level Hours Required Overall | 12 |
| Minimum GPA: | 3.0 |
for the Master of Animal Sciences in Animal Sciences (on campus & online)
The recipient of a Master of Animal Sciences in Animal Sciences will demonstrate:
- Graduate-level understanding of essential concepts and approaches in the area of animal science specialization. The essential concepts will enable the graduate to strengthen the application to a D.V.M, M.Sc., or Ph.D. program, advance throughout the employment ranks, or secure a mid-management position in industry or government agencies.
- Capacity to execute a supervised independent studies project including a) understanding of the scientific method, research objectives, materials and methods, basic data analysis, and appreciation of the findings; and b) effectively assist on the implementation of essential research activities.
- Ability to effectively communicate essential disciplinary knowledge and independent studies findings in written format.
- Aptitude to advocate for interdisciplinary research and education efforts to improve food security, food safety, animal and human health and wellbeing or environmental stewardship.
for the Master of Animal Sciences in Animal Sciences (on campus & online)
Department of Animal Sciences
Director of Graduate Studies: Sandra Rodriguez Zas (rodrgzzs@illinois.edu)
Program Website
Department Faculty
110 Animal Sciences Laboratory
1207 West Gregory Drive
Urbana, IL 61801
(217) 333-3131
ansc-gradprog@illinois.edu